A television remote finder assembly for locating a misplaced remote control includes a television that has a communication unit integrated into the television. The communication unit broadcasts an alert signal when the communication unit is actuated. A remote control is in wireless communication with the television for controlling operational parameters of the television. The remote control receives the alert signal when the communication unit in the television is actuated. Additionally, the remote control includes an alarm that is integrated into the remote control. The alarm is actuated when the remote control receives the alert signal to emit an audible alert thereby facilitating the user to locate the remote control when the remote control has been misplaced.
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2. The assembly according to claim 1, wherein said alarm comprises a speaker being integrated into said remote control wherein said speaker is configured to emit an audible alert outwardly from said remote control, said remote control having a plurality of speaker openings each extending into an interior of said remote control, said speaker being aligned with said plurality of speaker openings, said speaker being electrically coupled to said control circuit, said speaker being turned on when said control circuit receives said on input, said speaker being turned off when said control circuit receives said off input.
This invention relates to a remote control assembly with an integrated alarm system designed to provide audible alerts. The assembly includes a remote control device equipped with a speaker that emits sound outward from the device. The remote control features multiple speaker openings that allow sound to travel from the interior of the device to the exterior. The speaker is positioned within the remote control and aligned with these openings to ensure optimal sound projection. The speaker is electrically connected to a control circuit within the remote control, which activates the speaker when an "on" input is received and deactivates it when an "off" input is received. This system enables the remote control to function as an alarm device, providing audible notifications or alerts when triggered by the control circuit. The integration of the speaker within the remote control eliminates the need for external alarm components, making the device more compact and self-contained. The control circuit manages the speaker's operation, ensuring that it activates and deactivates in response to specific inputs, enhancing the device's functionality as an alarm system.
3. The assembly according to claim 1, wherein said alarm comprises a second light emitter being integrated into said remote control wherein said second light emitter is configured to emit light outwardly from said remote control thereby facilitating the user to visually identify the location of said remote control, said second light emitter being turned on when said control circuit receives said on input, said second light emitter being turned off when said control circuit receives said off input, said second emitter continuously flashing on and off when said second light emitter is turned on wherein said second light emitter is configured to enhance visibility of said remote control for the user.
This invention relates to a remote control assembly with an integrated alarm system designed to improve visibility and location tracking. The assembly includes a remote control with a control circuit that processes user inputs, such as on and off commands. The alarm system features a second light emitter integrated into the remote control, which emits light outward to help users visually locate the device. When the control circuit receives an on input, the second light emitter activates and continuously flashes on and off, enhancing visibility. When the control circuit receives an off input, the light emitter deactivates. The flashing mechanism ensures the remote control remains easily identifiable in low-light or cluttered environments, addressing the common problem of misplaced or hard-to-find remote controls. The light emitter is distinct from any primary indicators on the remote, serving solely to improve locatability. The system ensures energy efficiency by only activating the light emitter when needed, balancing visibility with power consumption. This solution is particularly useful in dark rooms or when the remote is lost under furniture, providing a quick and intuitive way to locate it.
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